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Serena Rico

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COO, Administrator

Serena Rico is the firm’s COO and Administrator. She brings more than 20 years of experience in law firms and business management.

In her role, Serena works with the firm’s founder to ensure the seamless operation of the firm’s business areas. Her responsibilities include managing all locations, employees, and all business management functions, including financial management, budgeting, employee engagement, and process improvement initiatives.

Serena graduated with a BA from the University of Bristol, England, before moving to California in 1994. Her well-traveled background and exposure to diverse cultures have enriched her worldview and enabled her to connect with clients from all walks of life.

When she's not orchestrating the firm's smooth functioning, Serena's athletic spirit leads her to participate in numerous endurance events. Her passion for trail running in state parks throughout the country has seen her clock 80-100 miles per month on scenic trails.

Education

B.A., University of Bristol, England

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    We were in need of a real estate attorney. Eli Underwood provided excellent legal advice and services. He explained everything well and followed through with all important issues that needed attention. We found him to be reliable, courteous, patient and extremely professional. We highly recommend...

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    I own a real estate investment company that operates across multiple states (California, Washington, Oregon, Montana, and more), whenever I run into an issue that needs legal attention, Eli is my first call. I've been working with him for years. He is an amazing attorney and I highly recommend him."...

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    M.O.

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    Eli took our case and controlled every hurdle put before us. I one time commented to him that he must love his job because it seemed that he was always available. When talking about my case to anyone I always bring up where, I believe, the other parties Lawyer tried to take advantage of my wife and...

    E.T

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    We were in need of an attorney with considerable knowledge of real estate law and the legal issues related to property ownership. Eli Underwood went above and beyond our expectations. In keeping us abreast of our suit, his communication skills were outstanding. This talent was especially...

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  • 5 stars
    In our need for legal services we found Eli to be well informed and on top of our case and our needs. Our's was not an ordinary case as it was a case with many facets. It was a very convoluted case. There were multiple owners involved in a property dispute where one of the owners sued the rest of...

    M.A.

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